What In The World Is A Cyclorama?

If you're looking for some suggestions on what to do when visiting us, here are a few upcoming events you might enjoy attending.

From now through Saturday, October 29, 2011
Time: Saturdays; 6:00pm -7:30pm
Art Event


Go behind the scenes of Gettysburg's must-see phenomenon! Only a handful of these painting experiences exist in the world, and Gettysburg has the only complete experience in the United States. Explore the history and conservation of the massive "Battle of Gettysburg" Cyclorama painting and enjoy extended time on the viewing platform.

Programs offered Saturdays through the end of October (with the exceptions of)

AUGUST 6, 2011
SEPTEMBER 24, 2011
OCTOBER 8, 2011

Tickets are $15 for adults, $8 for youth (6-18) and FREE for children 5 and under.


Location Information
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center - Gettysburg Foundation

Contact Information
Phone: 1-877-874-2478 (Continental U.S. only)
Phone (Alt): 1-866-889-1243 (Offices)

Some Background on the Battle of Fairfield

(map created by cartographer Steve Stanley)

Many of our guests aren't aware that there was a Battle of Fairfield going on right behind our Inn at the same time as the Battle of Gettysburg.

Here is a wonderful article and video provided courtesy of Gettysburg Daily featuring Civil War author J.D. Petruzzi (along with his co author Steve Stanley. Click here for Part 2.

The Shriver House Museum.....

As part of my responsibilities at this beautiful Inn, it is my job to keep up to date on what's going on here and around the area so I can offer our guests the best experience possible. I am proud to say our Inn has partnered with the Journey Through Hallowed Ground Organization to promote awareness of "the unparalleled American heritage in the region running from Gettysburg, PA., through Maryland and Harpers Ferry, W.VA., to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello in Charlottesville, VA."
I often like to assume the role of a visitor when I can and partake in all the same exciting experiences our guests might take advantage of. Because of the nature of our business, there is little time to do this, but I did manage to go to a fantastic site earlier this week that I felt I just had to share. It is a worthwhile visit for people of all ages.
The Shriver House and Museum is a fantastic place where one can experience the civil war through a civilian's eyes. Docents dress up in period attire and conduct tours through the building which bring to life the fascinating and heartbreaking story of a young father's dreams for himself and his family. His home boasts a tavern in the basement and what was once a bowling alley. There is also a lovely period garden which graces the backyard.
In addition I learned this home is privately owned and was lovingly restored to it's former splendor in 1996. It is totally funded by donations from the tours. It is obvious to everyone who meets the staff that they have a great love for this property and the history behind it.

A visit well worth the trip if you can fit it into your plans.

"In great deeds something abides. On great fields something stays" Colonel Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain

Did You Know....

That the site of the James Gettys Homestead is Race Horse Alley Parking Plaza in Gettysburg on Carlisle Street?

Located at this site, a log-and-weatherboard dwelling was home to Gettys in 1786 when he founded the 210-lot town of Gettysburg on a portion of his family’s 381-acre farm. The house survived almost another century before succumbing to fire in 1880. At the time of the battle, it was the home of Adam Doersom, a local blacksmith. James Gettys’ activities extended beyond being the town father. Before his death in 1815, he served as tavern owner, sheriff, town clerk, road builder, state legislator and a brigadier general of local militia. He married Mary Todd, a distant relative of Mary Todd Lincoln, the Civil War’s First Lady.